Pelfreybilt Front Bumper Installation Question - Toyota 4Runner Forum

cdirth · 07-30-2018, 07:04 PM

I'm in the garage installing my front bumper and have a couple of questions. I've got the bumper off and am removing the plastic parts. There are two plastic pieces around the headlights, one to the side and one underneath in the front. Do these need to be removed? See pictures below.

Jeffy · 07-30-2018, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by cdirth

I'm in the garage installing my front bumper and have a couple of questions. I've got the bumper off and am removing the plastic parts. There are two plastic pieces around the headlights, one to the side and one underneath in the front. Do these need to be removed? See pictures below.

Yup- although I'm pretty sure that bolt in the hole on the last pic needs to go back in to hold the headlight housing in place. I can't remember off the top of my head but it'll be pretty apparent once you take it apart.

Xtremluck · 07-30-2018, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeffy

Yup- although I'm pretty sure that bolt in the hole on the last pic needs to go back in to hold the headlight housing in place. I can't remember off the top of my head but it'll be pretty apparent once you take it apart.

The bolt in the last pic definitely needs to be retained and reused. The question is after you install the bumper would you be able to remove a headlight without ripping off the bumper? I think with specialized tools you MAY be able to get that bolt out.

KNorm92 · 02-21-2019, 08:58 PM

Do you have the installation guide for this or know where I can find it?? I've searched unsuccessfully. I am buying one of the auction Pelfreybilt front bumpers from BAMF but am unsure if it will come with them. I can probably figure it out...but there will be a lot of swearing and will take me significantly longer.

Marine0369 · 04-06-2019, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by KNorm92

Do you have the installation guide for this or know where I can find it?? I've searched unsuccessfully. I am buying one of the auction Pelfreybilt front bumpers from BAMF but am unsure if it will come with them. I can probably figure it out...but there will be a lot of swearing and will take me significantly longer.

@KNorm92 Did you ever find an install manual? I am looking for one as well.
Thanks!

TexasTJ · 04-06-2019, 11:29 AM

Second post should have what you need. I just installed the hidden winch mount, and honestly @MeefZah 's SDHQ write up was better than Pelfrey instructions.

Pelfreybilt Installation Instructions | Tacoma World

KNorm92 · 04-08-2019, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Marine0369

@KNorm92 Did you ever find an install manual? I am looking for one as well.
Thanks!

I just ended up using the Pelfreybilt instructions (which was basically me figuring it out with my buddy and old man).

***One thing to note*** I had to take 3 separate trips to the hardware store as the bolts provided with the bumper were not the right ones. Holler at me if you get hung up - I can dig through receipts to get you what I used if you need.

Marine0369 · 04-08-2019, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by KNorm92

I just ended up using the Pelfreybilt instructions (which was basically me figuring it out with my buddy and old man).

***One thing to note*** I had to take 3 separate trips to the hardware store as the bolts provided with the bumper were not the right ones. Holler at me if you get hung up - I can dig through receipts to get you what I used if you need.

@KNorm92 A list of what you needed would be so helpful; thanks. I really appreciate that.
I bought this thing used and it turns out the L brackets and the crossmember was not included in what I bought. I should have researched more on all the parts that was supposed to come with it. I'm on the hunt to find those now lol.
Thanks!

tristero · 04-08-2019, 05:18 PM

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Originally Posted by KNorm92

I just ended up using the Pelfreybilt instructions (which was basically me figuring it out with my buddy and old man).

***One thing to note*** I had to take 3 separate trips to the hardware store as the bolts provided with the bumper were not the right ones. Holler at me if you get hung up - I can dig through receipts to get you what I used if you need.

that would be great to reference. Since they didn't even put together their own hardware packs, there is likely no QC for the hardware.

Another question I have is what edge guard are people using for underneath the headlights?

I was going to pick up this trim lok: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CJRH81A

1/4 with 17/32 leg

TexasTJ · 04-08-2019, 10:44 PM

I just went to O'reilly/Autozone and got basically that same door edge guard. Don't remember how many feet, but it was less than $30.

KNorm92 · 04-09-2019, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by tristero

that would be great to reference. Since they didn't even put together their own hardware packs, there is likely no QC for the hardware.

Another question I have is what edge guard are people using for underneath the headlights?

I was going to pick up this trim lok: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CJRH81A

1/4 with 17/32 leg

When I get home from work this afternoon I will try and find my receipts. I know that it was all fine thread M8 bolts...which are not the easiest things to find but I was able to get what I needed. The hardware Smittybilt included for my winch was a bit whacky too. Ended up getting new bolts for my fairlead - otherwise it would've been a real PITA to get off in the future. Probably have to go back and get longer bolts for that too as I am adding the Cascadia 4x4 Flipster V2 to hold my front plate.

As far as the trim lok goes - I'm not running any. Might add some in the future, but I have about a 1/4" gap to allow for body flex and I think it looks great as is.

KNorm92 · 04-09-2019, 10:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Marine0369

@KNorm92 A list of what you needed would be so helpful; thanks. I really appreciate that.
I bought this thing used and it turns out the L brackets and the crossmember was not included in what I bought. I should have researched more on all the parts that was supposed to come with it. I'm on the hunt to find those now lol.
Thanks!

If it makes you feel any better...the idiots at LINE-X lost my windshield washer reservoir plate and then tried turning it back on me. I ended up paying 50% down and told them they get the rest when they find it or have a new one fabricated. It's been almost 3 weeks and I haven't heard boo from them. incompetence at its finest.

Marine0369 · 04-09-2019, 12:03 PM

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If it makes you feel any better...the idiots at LINE-X lost my windshield washer reservoir plate and then tried turning it back on me. I ended up paying 50% down and told them they get the rest when they find it or have a new one fabricated. It's been almost 3 weeks and I haven't heard boo from them. incompetence at its finest.

That sucks. Hopefully they do right.
It turns out I only need the L brackets.

Marine0369 · 04-10-2019, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by KNorm92

When I get home from work this afternoon I will try and find my receipts. I know that it was all fine thread M8 bolts...which are not the easiest things to find but I was able to get what I needed. The hardware Smittybilt included for my winch was a bit whacky too. Ended up getting new bolts for my fairlead - otherwise it would've been a real PITA to get off in the future. Probably have to go back and get longer bolts for that too as I am adding the Cascadia 4x4 Flipster V2 to hold my front plate.

I had to get new bolts for the fairlead as well. SS Caps is what I bought for that.

Any luck on the hardware list @KNorm92 ? Thanks!

KNorm92 · 04-10-2019, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Marine0369

I had to get new bolts for the fairlead as well. SS Caps is what I bought for that.

Any luck on the hardware list @KNorm92 ? Thanks!

I had a business dinner go longer than expected and ended up staying at my lady's place after. I have a reminder in my phone to look for my receipts this afternoon. Hopefully I can find the info you need & post some pics of my install tonight.

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